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GearBest asked me to share a promotion they're running, the Utorch SF01 is on sale for $9.99$6.99 with the code GBUtorchSF01GBQCSF01N. This light claims to be compatible with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries, which would make it a great backup light.

A user has commented saying this light may in fact only work with CR123. If you have one, please confirm.

I wish they had prices like that on the newer S2+ lights with the updated driver, emitter, and body color.

The prices aren't as good, but there are some deals on the updated S2+ lights as well.

The S2+ with XP-L Hi and Biscotti is available in silver with a cool white emitter for as low as $14.96, whereas Convoy's official store sells these lights starting at $18.95. The page has this light listed as the S2, but I don't think that's correct based on the images. Other tints and colors will cost more, but they're available. I think only the silver body color is cheaper than the official store.

The new colors are available here starting at $15.99. This is a bit less than the Convoy store, but again these lights use the older emitter and driver. If you want to avoid the tint shift, it's probably best to get it from there.

Gearbest asked me to share some promotions with you. I went through their available sales, and hand picked a small selection of deals that were good enough I considered buying them. Most of these are lights that are fairly popular on this site.

The Nitecore TIP CRI is as low as $15.99 for some colors. All colors are available, but not all are this cheap.

The JetBeam TH20 is discounted by 41% down to $65.99. This is a large, high output light that was reviewed by zeroair.

You can pick up a Convoy S2+ for $9.99. This is the older version with 3/5 mode groups and an XM-L2.

The new Convoy C8+ is available for $19.99 in desert tan with a cool white tint, which is $4 less than through the Convoy store. Other tints are available, but at a slightly higher cost. This light uses the newer Biscotti firmware.

The Nitecore P36 is an older light, but it uses the still well-regarded MT-G2 emitter and has an output mode dial. It's 25% off at a price of $69.99. Here's a review by civilgearreviews.

Hopefully these deals are useful to the community - if there's enough interest, I'll update these in the future. If you'd like a deal on any product not listed, let me know and I'll see what I can find.

Flashlight watch at $9.99. I don't actually suggest anyone buy this, but it was ridiculous enough to share with the community. Comes with compass, charging, and 4 light modes. Unspecified brand and LED. Again, do not actually recommend doing anything other than looking at this.

The Folomov A1 launched with a 45% discount, bringing it to $5.99. This is one of the smallest and most versatile powerbank/chargers, although HKJ noted the termination voltage when charging is a bit low. Great to toss in a bag.

The On The Road M3 Pro 16340 light with usb-C charging for $24.79. There are also versions that include cells.

As always, feel free to ask if you're looking for recommendations or for deals that are not on this list. In addition to finding deals, I can always reach out to my contacts at GearBest to see if they can make you a coupon on certain items. If you find anyone getting in to the hobby and looking for a place to start, feel free to send them my way as well.

This week’s update will be my last post of the month, so I decided to do something a bit different. The links in this post will still be affiliate links from GearBest. What’s changed is the format.

I’m betting most of you following these posts have picked up some of the recurring deals. GearBest often has some high CRI keychain lights and a few good headlamps that are always good deals. Most of you have bought a BLF-348, a TIP CRI, and a Skilhunt H03 (or the RC variant). So for this week, I’m going to post some lights you can use to find something unique and round out the selection.

Lights made from other metals

Aluminum is popular because it’s strong, light, and a good conductor. For those of you that don’t think it’s stylish, or that are too hipster to have the same material as everyone else, here are some options.

USB-C charging

That’s all for now! Hopefully you can find something that’s nothing like what you already have somewhere in this list. Comment below with the unique lights that didn’t make it on to this list. Maybe I can find something to round out my collection as well!

GearBest asked me to share a promotion they’re running, the Utorch SF01 is on sale for $9.99 with the code GBUtorchSF01. This light claims to be compatible with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries, which would make it a great backup light.

GearBest asked me to share a promotion they're running, the Utorch SF01 is on sale for $9.99 with the code GBUtorchSF01. This light claims to be compatible with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries, which would make it a great backup light.

I believe it's CR123 only.

It would be extremely strange if it worked with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries.

GearBest asked me to share a promotion they're running, the Utorch SF01 is on sale for $9.99 with the code GBUtorchSF01. This light claims to be compatible with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries, which would make it a great backup light.

I believe it's CR123 only.

It would be extremely strange if it worked with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries.

That's what I thought, but my person at grrarbest says it works .Can't find any review to confirm .

GearBest asked me to share a promotion they’re running, the Utorch SF01 is on sale for $9.99 with the code GBUtorchSF01. This light claims to be compatible with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries, which would make it a great backup light.

I believe it’s CR123 only.

It would be extremely strange if it worked with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries.

That’s what I thought, but my person at grrarbest says it works .Can’t find any review to confirm .

GearBest asked me to share a promotion they're running, the Utorch SF01 is on sale for $9.99 with the code GBUtorchSF01. This light claims to be compatible with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries, which would make it a great backup light.

I believe it's CR123 only.

It would be extremely strange if it worked with CR123, AA, and AAA batteries.

That's what I thought, but my person at grrarbest says it works .Can't find any review to confirm .

Not enough details to know about the UI or internals but as far as being able to use cr123a, AA and AAA batteries, the SF01 would appear to be a copy of the Streamlight Protact 1L-1AA, which does take cr123a and AA (and possibly AAA although with a little wiggle.)

Not enough details to know about the UI or internals but as far as being able to use cr123a, AA and AAA batteries, the SF01 would appear to be a copy of the Streamlight Protact 1L-1AA, which does take cr123a and AA (and possibly AAA although with a little wiggle.)

The springs seem to be “big” to be shrunk, so maybe it can take all of the 3 types!
I assume that it would only be good for AAs or AAAs (in my case) as CR123s are expensive and it doesn’t seem to be compatible with Li-Ion’s